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Partial Statuette of a Hippo Goddess

Late Period or later
664–332 BCE
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 130
This amulet, molded in bright turquoise faience, probably represents the hippo goddess who during the later periods of Egyptian history is called Taweret. Although broken below the belly, this example is well-made, sharing details that allow for easy identification of this goddess, one whose role is to protect people. Its small size and characteristics are typical of late Pharaonic examples depicting this deity.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Partial Statuette of a Hippo Goddess
  • Period: Late Period or later
  • Date: 664–332 BCE
  • Geography: From Egypt
  • Medium: Faience
  • Dimensions: H. 2.6 × W. 0.9 × D. 1.3 cm (1 × 3/8 × 1/2 in.)
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Nanette B. Kelekian, 2020
  • Object Number: 2021.41.29
  • Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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